A rapidly growing faith known as “Seconds” is gaining popularity with the youth of today. Its core doctrine requires followers to pray exactly 86,400 times a day.
Like any religion, it is not without its caveats. Followers, known as “Ticktockers”, are finding it virtually impossible to get anything done.
“It’s a deeply fulfilling spiritual journey,” explained Ticktocker Tom Hennings, pausing briefly to mutter fourteen rapid-fire micro-prayers. “But going to the shops takes six hours, and I haven’t chewed my food properly since I converted.”
The non-stop worship schedule means Ticktockers are forced to maintain their connection with God constantly, regardless of their location or how badly they need the loo.
“I tried to pause my prayers just to wash my hands,” Hennings admitted. “But I fell 45 prayers behind. Now I just take my devotion straight into the toilet.”